The proposal made yesterday by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Parliament for a meeting between the coastal countries of the Eastern Mediterranean includes 5 countries and 5 themesgovernment sources note, clarifying that the five countries are Greece, Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey and Libya.

In detail, the same sources note:

“The Prime Minister during his speech in Parliament in the pre-agenda debate on foreign policy mentioned in the initiative he is about to undertake Greece for meeting of coastal countries of our region.

Greece has always supported tripartite and multilateral regional cooperation schemes, with countries with which it faces common challenges. This becomes more necessary than ever due to the great geopolitical realignments of the moment.

The proposal of a ‘Polymer Scheme 5X5’ includes 5 countries and 5 themes. It includes her Greece, Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey and Libya.

And as thematic migration, protection of the marine environment, connectivity, delimitations of maritime zones and civil protection. The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs will undertake to investigate the possibility and prospects of such a scheme and to what extent it could acquire permanent characteristics.

Greece is a pillar of stability and security in Southeast Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. In a spirit of understanding and guided by international law, we seek peace and prosperity in our region. Greece is confident, has a strong international and regional diplomatic footprint, a strong economy and strong armed forces. Not only is he not afraid, but he seeks understanding with all neighboring states.”